Warehouse Supervisor

We're hiring! Kemin is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to join our team at our Des Moines campus. The Warehouse Supervisor will effectively coordinate and supervise all day to day functions of the warehouse. This will include coaching and training of the warehouse staff, making sure all orders are shipped on time and according to the customer requirements, tracking order statuses, managing the proper storage of raw materials and finished goods (bulk and packaged), ensuring the team is completing inventory transactions accurately (e.g., recording product), ensuring all warehouse equipment works safely and efficiently, coordinating and verifying trucking schedule and shipments, filling containers and tankers while recording all the necessary information, and maintaining an open and effective communication between departments.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience supervising a team and warehouse responsibilities, and be able to follow instructions, specific procedures and protocols, and adhere to the required measures to ensure the highest quality of product and a safe work environment. This position is Monday-Friday, 2nd shift.  

Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet.

We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet’s natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come.

We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines.

We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being:

• Competitive Financial Package: Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays.
• Health and Wellness Support: Stay fit and healthy with our fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on-site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas.
• Career Development and Advancement: Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
• Continued Learning Opportunities: Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits.
• Service Opportunities: Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives.

• Effectively manage people and resources available in the warehouse.
• Supervise all shipping and receiving functions, while ensuring accurate inventory control, shipment verification, and on-time deliveries.
• Supervisor and maintain supplies, equipment, and payroll activities.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments for multiple businesses and locations, including custom documentation, as applicable.
• Track and report departure date for customer orders and distribution orders ahead of time. 
• Responsible for leading, coordinating, and interacting with other departments to facilitate effective operations such as; Customer Service, Quality Control, Production, Maintenance, Scheduling, Inventory Control, Purchasing, and R&D.
• Coordinate and complete complex inventory cycle counts.
• Track, maintain, and supervisor inventory transactions and accuracy in physical and virtual warehouses.
• Lead and coordinate warehouse staff toward meeting shipping schedule, effectively communicating and maintaining all shipment and receiving requirements for all Kemin customers.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure all shipping department employees are current on training requirements and SOPs.
• Supervise and maintain an environment of food and feed safety in compliance with rules and regulations.
• Follow all SOP's and safety procedures including exercising extreme caution with hazardous materials to ensure safe work environment for employee.
• Follow and maintain all GMP required procedures and practices and maintain sanitary conditions ensuring high quality products.

• Education and Experience:
  • High School Diploma with 5+ years of related experience OR
  • Associates Degree with 3+ years of related experience
• Previous knowledge and experience in shipping and receiving, warehousing, and logistics. 
• Strong leadership skills and attend a minimum of one further education/development course per year (or as assigned).
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and have a high attention to detail.
• Must be self-motivating and have good problem solving skills.
• Strong team player, and team oriented. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed/religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status (where applicable), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy/childbirth/breastfeeding or related conditions, age (40+), disability (including the use of a service animal), genetic information, marital status, familial or caregiver status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision‑making, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also prohibit retaliation for raising concerns or participating in an EEO process. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview can email TalentAcquisition.US@Kemin.com.

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.  Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.

Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus. 

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